Offering Table of Seti I

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ca. 1294–1279 B.C. · Granodiorite · Egyptian Art

This large offering slab was placed in a temple and dedicated by Seti I to the god Seth: it bears a representation of bread loaves and libation jars on the top. Where the spout would normally be, there is a smoothly finished depression, which suggests the piece was repaired in ancient times. On two sides of the depression are parallel scenes depicting the king worshipping Seth (on the right) and offering libation to his consort Nephthys. All pictorial and textual references to Seth have been defaced, except for his hieroglyph in writing the name of the king.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 1294–1279 B.C.

Medium

Granodiorite

Department

Egyptian Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1922